Wilbur Jamerson
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| Biographical details | |
|---|---|
| Born | May 27, 1929 |
| Died | December 9, 1994 (aged 65) |
| Playing career | |
| 1947–1950 | Kentucky |
| Position(s) | Running back |
| Coaching career (HC unless noted) | |
| 1953–1955 | Morehead State |
| Head coaching record | |
| Overall | 0–26 |
Wilbur R. "Shorty" Jamerson (May 27, 1929 – December 9, 1994) was an American football player and coach.
Jamerson was a running back for legendary coach Paul "Bear" Bryant at the University of Kentucky, lettering four times between 1947 and 1950. He scored two touchdown in the 1951 Sugar Bowl to beat the Oklahoma Sooners, 13–7, and end their 31-game winning streak.[1]
Coaching career
He served as the head football coach at Morehead State University from 1953 to 1955.[2]